P51 ICD-10-CM Code: Umbilical hemorrhage of newborn
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
P51Umbilical hemorrhage of newborn
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where P51 sits
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Chapter 16
Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)
- 2
Section
Hemorrhagic and hematological disorders of newborn (P50-P61)
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Category P51
Umbilical hemorrhage of newborn
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Code P51
Umbilical hemorrhage of newborn
More specific choices
Codes under P51
P51 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for P51.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for P51.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for P51.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- omphalitis with mild hemorrhage (P38.1)
- umbilical hemorrhage from cut end of co-twins cord (P50.5)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for P51.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code P51 mean?
P51 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Umbilical hemorrhage of newborn.”
Is P51 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. P51 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is P51 located in ICD-10-CM?
P51 is listed in Chapter 16, Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96), within Hemorrhagic and hematological disorders of newborn (P50-P61) (P50–P61), under category P51, Umbilical hemorrhage of newborn.
What coding notes are listed for P51?
No inclusion terms are listed for P51 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: omphalitis with mild hemorrhage (P38.1); umbilical hemorrhage from cut end of co-twins cord (P50.5). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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